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Hey Stamford, hope your week’s off to a good start! New YWCA board chair, a cautious AI plan for schools, JumpFest, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Fresh vision for community impact: YWCA Darien/Norwalk has appointed Carolina McGohen as board chair and welcomed new members, nearing 50 years of service while expanding programs for women and families in Darien and Norwalk — see what’s planned ahead.
Leaders unite for a cause: Stamford’s Loading Dock will host The Journey into the Enlightenment, a Kids In Enlightenment Gala, on February 27. All proceeds support the life changing programs of Kids In — get all the event details.
Student-centered approach to technology: Westport’s superintendent Thomas Scarice details a cautious plan for AI in classrooms, with a screen time audit and K-12 guidance underway, plus a review of academic integrity for middle and high schoolers — see what’s planned for schools.
Outdoor thrills and indoor arts: From JumpFest at Satre Hill to Broadway-caliber Frozen in Ridgefield, February in Connecticut is packed. Darien’s Geary Gallery showcases Wendy Petta-Goldman, plus Fire and Ice Festival and Mystic ghost tours — check out the full lineup.
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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🫶 We got your back
Company upgrades local selection: Frank Webb Home opened a new Stamford showroom, replacing its former spot and expanding kitchen, bath, and lighting displays. The updated space features broader product lines and design inspiration. The company runs nearly 50 showrooms, giving local homeowners more choices for upcoming projects. Explore the expanded offerings.
Your neighbors are Googling you: It’s uncomfortable but true — employers, new friends, even other parents at school pickup search names all the time. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up first, it can shape opinions before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so your first impression actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s someone you care about, you can help them too.
License plate checks encouraged: Stamford police issued 19 citations on January 27 to drivers who didn’t clear snow or ice from their vehicles. Officers warned the infraction costs $120 with state and court fees. With more winter weather likely, expect continued attention to uncleared cars around town. Read the full story.
Gold is having a moment: Between inflation headlines, market swings, and growing global uncertainty, precious metals are (again) in the spotlight. American Hartford is currently offering up to $25,000 in free silver when you open a qualified account. They’ll also help you set up a penalty-free gold IRA with a lowest price guarantee, no buyback fees, and 7-day price protection.
Spin and strum haven: Round Hill Music Co.pairs premium guitars, curated vinyl, and a cozy in-store stage into a true neighborhood hang. Stacks of records, dream-worthy axes, and the occasional low-key set add up to easy inspiration… the kind that sparks your next living-room jam.
A second opinion never hurts: Not every financial advisor is the right fit, and it’s okay to explore your options. Unbiased matches you with an advisor based on your personal situation, giving you a chance to ask questions in a free, no-pressure conversation to see if the fit makes sense. No obligation — just helpful advice.
Support, not red tape: Abilis, Inc.is the longtime Fairfield County nonprofit families trust for disability support from first steps to adulthood, across therapies, school transitions, and community life. Marking 75 years in 2026, they still make the complicated feel doable.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🚶 Perrot Walks: Binney Park @ Binney Park | Tuesday (2/10) at 9:30 AM – Morning at the library means lacing up and strolling over to Binney Park for an easy, chatty walk. Think birdsong, lake views, and neighbors you actually like, at a civilized pace. No step counters shaming you, just fresh air, conversation, and local gossip.
🎭 Homeschool Valentine’s Party + Puppet Show @ Stamford Twin Rinks | Tuesday (2/10) at 11:00 AM – Homeschool crew, trade worksheets for ice skates, then corral littles for a free Valentine puppet show for ages 3 to 10 that teaches kindness, not chaos. Skating is eight bucks at the door, all ages welcome, but snag a spot for the show, registration required.
🇬 Tsiknopempti Celebration | Thursday (2/12) at 6:00 PM – Skip the sad salad and lean into Tsiknopempti, a pre-Lenten Greek grill-fest open to everyone, hosted by the Ladies of Philoptochos. Chicken and pork souvlaki, gyro, kontosouvli, lemon potatoes, pita, tzatziki, dessert. Adults $30, kids $12, wine and beer available, reservations recommended.
This weekend
💃 22nd Annual Dance Works Fundraiser Showcase | Saturday (2/14) at 12:01 AM – Make room for the 22nd Annual Dance Works fundraiser showcase, benefiting the Foundation for Women’s Cancer Move for Her campaign. Expect polished performances, real heart, and that rare combo of date-night entertainment and doing good, no rubber chicken, just applause you actually mean.
🐦 For The Love of Birds: Great Backyard Bird Count @ The Friends of the Cos Cob Library | Saturday (2/14) at 10:00 AM – Cos Cob Library is going full birder for the Great Backyard Bird Count, with Audubon’s Ryan MacLean showing you how to spot winter regulars, log them in eBird, and snag an ID chart. Then take a Mill Pond stroll, coffee optional, binoculars encouraged.
🥕 Fairfield Farmers Market Winter Edition @ Penfield Pavilion | Sunday (2/15) at 10:00 AM – Thought farmers markets hibernate? Not this one. Fairfield’s first Winter Farmers Market shows up weekly with 35 vendors, seasonal produce, hot coffee, fresh bread, and local treats, plus the usual neighborly chatter. Layer up, bring cash, and call it cardio.
🐶 Puppy Pals Live | Sunday (2/15) at 5:00 PM – Nothing beats watching rescued pups outperform your teenager’s attention span. Puppy Pals Live brings the America’s Got Talent crowd-pleasers to town with stunts, comedy, and zero shedding on your couch, and the kids think you planned it, which is frankly the real trick.
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📻 Stamford report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 34°F – Low: 27°F – Precip: 25%
A chance of snow and a slight chance of sleet after 1pm. Mostly cloudy. High near 34, with temperatures falling to around 32 in the afternoon. Wind chill values as low as 16. Southwest wind 1 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of snow before 10pm, then a chance of freezing rain and a chance of rain between 10pm and 1am. Mostly cloudy. Low around 27, with temperatures rising to around 30 overnight. Wind chill values as low as 24. Southwest wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Little or no ice accumulation expected.
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Tomorrow – High: 38°F – Low: 22°F – Precip: 13%
Mostly sunny. High near 38, with temperatures falling to around 36 in the afternoon. West wind 7 to 14 mph. Later: Partly cloudy. Low around 22, with temperatures rising to around 24 overnight.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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